Education CS Dr Julius Ogamba accompanied by PS Prof Julius Bitok before releasing 2025 KCSE results at AIC Chebisas Boys in Eldoret Uasin Gishu Country. December 9, 2026. [Peter Ochieng, Standard]There were more than 239 candidates who scored A plains in the 2025 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examination released yesterday. Education Cabinet (CS) Julius Ogamba said during the release of the results for 993,226 students at the AIC Chebisaas High School in Eldoret that 1,932 KCSE candidates produced straight As in the 2025 tests compared to 1,639 in 2024.

Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua addressing the crowd in Kagio in Kirinyaga County/XFormer Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua addressed supporters in Kagio, Kirinyaga County, while wearing protective gear that included a military-style helmet and a bulletproof vest, an unusual sight in Kenya’s political campaigning. Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua addressing the crowd in Kagio in Kirinyaga County/X Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua addressing the crowd in Kagio in Kirinyaga County/X A convoy carrying Nyandarua Senator John Methu and DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua ran into teargas on Friday evening, January 9, 2026. /JOHN METHUA convoy carrying Nyandarua Senator John Methu and DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua ran into teargas on Friday evening, January 9, 2026. /JOHN METHUA convoy carrying Nyandarua Senator John Methu and DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua ran into teargas on Friday evening, January 9, 2026. /JOHN METHU

President William Ruto on Saturday participated in the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party grassroots elections at Koilel Primary School in Uasin Gishu County, casting his vote for polling centre-level officials. The elections are taking place across 20 counties, with party members selecting 20 officials at each polling centre. Speaking after voting, President Ruto commended the large number of candidates who stepped forward to contest. The grassroots polls are part of UDA’s ongoing effort to deepen democratic processes within the party and empower members at the local level. President William Ruto participating in the ongoing United Democratic Alliance (UDA) grassroots elections at Koilel Primary School, Uasin Gishu County on January 10, 2026/PCSPresident William Ruto participating in the ongoing United Democratic Alliance (UDA) grassroots elections at Koilel Primary School, Uasin Gishu County on January 10, 2026/PCSPresident William Ruto participating in the ongoing United Democratic Alliance (UDA) grassroots elections at Koilel Primary School, Uasin Gishu County on January 10, 2026/PCSPresident William Ruto participating in the ongoing United Democratic Alliance (UDA) grassroots elections at Koilel Primary School, Uasin Gishu County on January 10, 2026/PCS

Cody Rhodes has held the Undisputed WWE Championship since reclaiming the title from John Cena at SummerSlam 2025. Currently, Cody and Drew are set to collide in a Three Stages of Hell match for the title, with the winner scheduled to face a new challenger at this month’s Royal Rumble. SmackDown GM Nick Aldis lays out blockbuster UK plans with major stipulationSmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis has announced four major matches set to take place next week at Wembley Stadium during WWE’s UK visit. According to Aldis, the winners of these four matches will compete in a fatal four-way bout at Saturday Night’s Main Event on January 24. ---Advertisement---Big UK battles to decide WWE Royal Rumble contendersThe winner of that fatal four-way match will earn a championship opportunity at the Royal Rumble.

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Bosses of the biggest US oil firms who attended the meeting acknowledged that Venezuela, sitting on vast energy reserves, represented an enticing opportunity. Venezuela has had a complicated relationship with international oil firms since oil was discovered in its territory more than 100 years ago. A handful of companies from other countries, including Spain's Repsol and Italy's Eni, both of which were represented at the White House meeting, are also active. The White House has said it is working to "selectively" roll back US sanctions that have restricted sales of Venezuelan oil. Venezuela's oil production has been hit in recent decades by disinvestment and mismanagement - as well as US sanctions.

Loreto Limuru's Lucy Njoki, who when joining form 1 said that she would want to become a lawyer and added that her mentor is chief justice Martha Koome. She scored a B+. [George Njunge, Standard]The Mt Kenya region has once again reaffirmed its place at the heart of Kenya’s academic excellence after leading secondary schools posted outstanding results in the 2025 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examinations. Murang'a, Nanyuki High School, Bishop Gatimu Ngandu Girls, and Kagumo High School were among the top performers, underscoring a sustained culture of discipline, strong leadership, and community support for education.

Think about the small things that you love about your partner. Don't worry about the future right now; instead, focus on making your relationship stronger. Today, let your heart guide you to find new ways to show you care. Let your feelings come out on their own, without trying to make them happen.It's time to get closer to your partner today. When two people are willing to show each other their best and worst sides, love gets even stronger.

But as literary scholars gather in Nairobi this week, the question is: are these viral one-liners the new "memorable lines" of our literature? Just as Francis Imbuga gave us "When the madness of an entire nation disturbs a solitary mind, it is not enough to say the man is mad" in Betrayal in the City, today's digital creatives are crafting a new lexicon. The phrase "Fire si fire"—often used to mock ineffective threats or lukewarm actions—represents a shift from the stage to the screen. The Meme as MetaphorLiterature critics argue that the brevity of the digital age has not killed creativity but condensed it. Kenyan oral literature (Orature) is thriving on TikTok, where storytelling happens in 60-second bursts.

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The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has summoned a government official to record a statement as part of ongoing investigations into matters relating to asset verification and procurement processes. The summons, issued under Section 52 of the National Police Service Act No. 11A of 2011, notes that the Commission has “reasons to believe” the official may have information relevant to the investigation. The requisition follows a search operation conducted earlier the same day at the official’s residence and office. EACC further noted that any subsequent action will depend on the outcome of the ongoing review.

Shalini Passi (File photo)How to make sure your kid is having a heart-healthy mealKids and Coke, it’s a love story many parents know all too well. Coke is loaded with sugar and this can lead to weight gain, energy spikes followed by crashes, and even early signs of insulin resistance. They’re loaded with sugar and offer little nutritional benefit.Regular consumption has been linked to tooth decay, unhealthy weight gain, and other issues that parents definitely don’t want for their kids. But the tricky part is how to discourage those habits without turning every mealtime into a power struggle. Shalini’s approach, sly, playful, and harmless, just might be one way to do it.

AS STORM Storm Goretti’s impact wanes, the Met Office has issued a slew of snow and ice warnings which are set to heap more misery on Brits. A slew of weather warnings for ice covering Saturday and Sunday have been issued for most of Scotland, London & South East England, North West England, South West England, the West Midlands, Yorkshire and Humber and Wales. Further yellow warnings for ice have now been issued for Southern England due to partially melted snow refreezing alongside freezing fog and wintry showers. The warning was issued from 12pm today, continuing through the night until lunchtime on Saturday, according to the Met Office. Chiltern Railways plans to operate around half of its normal timetable and West Midlands Railway warned customers not to travel until this afternoon.

President William Ruto has issued a three-month ultimatum to the contractor building a road linking the Mogotio-Ravine road, warning that failure to complete the project within that timeframe will lead to termination of the contract. Ruto expressed dissatisfaction at what he termed as continued suffering by the residents due to the delayed completion of the road, yet only a small stretch remains. (I met the contractor doing that road today and told him that if that road is not finished within three months, he should pack up and leave)Ruto was addressing residents in Mogotio town during his development tour of Baringo County. The completion of the road, Ruto noted, would ease movement, enable trade between Mogotio and Ravine and foster regional economic integration. "So nimemwambia huyo contractor na nimemwambia waziri asupervise ndiyo msihangaike tena," he said.

Coke Wave 3.5, yup, that’s the title. French Montana and Max B have officially delivered their long-awaited joint project, which arrived on January 9. What’s more, during a recent appearance on HOT 97, Montana and Max B made it clear that this release is not the end of their collaboration. “I’m gonna let that (Coke Wave 3.5: Narcos) marinate and then I’m gonna drop Million Dollar Baby 4 on y’all,” he said. “You’re getting Million Dollar Baby 4 after the Coke Wave.”Montana and Max B first teamed up in 2009 with the original Coke Wave mixtape.